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okinawalivingweekly Sushi 101
Labor Day Pool Bash
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ushi etiquette can differ from other types of cuisine, and many aspects can be quite obscure— from always placing the chopsticks directly on hashioki (chopsticks holders) and refraining from creating a “wasabi broth” (made of three parts wasabi and one part soy sauce). Following are a few common questions: Is using your hands to eat sushi an etiquette violation? Although using one’s hands to bring each delightful morsel to one’s lips is acceptable, real veterans use chopsticks. Also, when serving another, always use the back end of the chopsticks to place the sushi on the other’s plate. Do not pass food from chopstick to chopstick—a social faux pas. Every time I dip my sushi into the soy sauce, the rice falls apart. Is there a way to remedy this problem? The proper way to dip nigiri-zushi is by placing the fish-side down. It is considered bad manners to dip the rice side. I never seem to have enough ginger left after only a few sushi. How do I order more?
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The vinegary ginger slices called gari that accompanies sushi is for cleansing the palate in between orders. Although some pile the ginger on top of their sushi, this is tantamount to brushing one’s teeth and eating at the same time—not a good thing. How do I find out what kind of fish are “in season?” Always ask the chef—they are the fish experts. Asking the sushi chef is not only a sign of respect, it can also positively affect the dining experience as well. However, never hand the chef money to pay the bill—this is considered disrespectful towards other customers. Do any sushi restaurants offer knives and forks instead of chopsticks? Most definitely not—most reputable sushi chefs would probably feel insulted if they were asked for a knife. This carries with it the implication that the sushi is tough and the sushi chef is incompetent. For more information on local customs and culture, visit mccsokinawa.com/marineandfamilyprograms.
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ou’ve worked hard all year. You deserve a day off from all of your laboring. Who can blame you? Labor Day is a day dedicated to you, the hard worker, so make it worthwhile. Why not spend the last remaining days of summer doing something outdoors? Lounging counts. Soak in the sun with MCCS at the Camp Schwab Labor Day Pool Bash. Spend the day poolside on September 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. Not only will there be FREE food, drinks and music, but you’ll also be able to test your skills with a floating obstacle course (complete the course for a chance to win prizes). This event is open to all DoD ID card holders over 16. For more information, call 625-2023 or visit mccsokinawa.com/aquatics.
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POW/MIA & 9/11 Memorial Run
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emembering and honoring service members who are prisoners of war (POW), as well as those who are missing in action (MIA), comes in many forms. This month, take a moment to remember these service members by participating in a 5K run on National POW/MIA Recognition Day. The Recreational POW/MIA 5K Run, starting at 8:05 a.m. on September 4, at the Camp Hansen House of Pain Fitness Center, is open to all SOFA status personnel. Register for this FREE run at the House of Pain on September 4 from 6 to 7:30 a.m. A mandatory participants’ brief will be given at 7:45 p.m. On September 10, the MCAS Futenma 9/11 Memorial Run is an
event for participants to commemorate the sacrifices that our service members and civilians made on September 11. All SOFA status personnel are invited and no registration is required. The run starts at
9:11 p.m. and the runner check-in is from 8 to 8:45 p.m. For more information on these events, visit mccsokinawa.com/semperfit and mccsokinawa.com/smp.
mccsevents&happenings Hearts Apart September 4, 9:30–11:30 a.m. MCFTB, Camp Foster 645-3689
Saving & Investing September 9, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. MFP-R, Camp Hansen 645-2104
Uruma Grocery Tour September 10, noon–2 p.m. MFP-R, Camp Courtney 645-2104
Resume Writing Workshop September 4, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Foster 645-2104
Resume Writing Workshop September 9, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Schwab 645-2104
Money Management Workshop September 10, 8–11 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Foster 645-2104
Credit Report and Score Analysis September 9, 8:30–10:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Foster 645-2104
Passport to Volunteering September 10, 9–11:30 a.m. MCFTB, Camp Foster 645-3689
Survival Japanese Writing September 11, 9–10 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Foster 645-2104
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September 4–7 50% off selected retail items and 20% off storewide. Sale does not include educational materials, booties or classes. mccsokinawa.com/tsunamiscuba
September 7–October 30 Are you ready to take your fitness to the next level? This eight-week boot camp is perfect for you. Register by September 7. MCCS Health Promotion 645-3910
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September 22 Learn powerful strategies to protect yourself and family members from the dangers of social media sites. Register by September 21 at mccsokinawa. com/mcftb. MCFTB 645-3729
First Monday of every month Practice Japanese with games, stories and conversation with other students. Camp Foster Library 645-7178
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Super Happy Fun Time Japanese Conversation Club
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ryan vs. courtney
japanese phrase of the week
The Fuss About Bags & Tape
C Daijyoubu desu. No problem. For details about FREE Japanese language classes, please call Marine & Family Programs–Resources at 645-2104/2106.
ourtney: I’m attempting to reduce my carbon footprint while shopping. I always stash a few “my bags” (the cute way the Japanese refer to reusable shopping bags) in my purse, even though the store clerks still find it necessary to put certain items in separate plastic bags. Why do my tofu and eggs need to be segregated by plastic within my “my bag?” Even when I buy one or two items and tell the clerk to leave them unbagged, they slap a sticker on my purchases. Is this unavoidable in Japan? Ryan: I personally have always appreciated the way Japan organizes my groceries, no matter how much waste it produces. I believe one part is simply
organizational—to me it’s unthinkable to have tofu and eggs together. What if the tofu leaks? Today, most Japanese grocery stores try to encourage “my bags,” thanking customers for bringing one and charging an extra ¥3 for patrons that want “reji-bukuro,” or plastic bags for their groceries. The tape on the other hand, has a more interesting history. C: Do tell. R: When supermarkets first became popular in Japan in the 70s, entire families would come and spend a lot of time shopping together. Children would often want things and could not wait for their parents to finish shopping to have it. The par-
ent would buy the item for their child and go back to shopping. This posed a problem for the stores since they didn’t know what had been paid for and what hadn’t. The simple solution was to apply a piece of tape on the purchased item. At first it was only used for fussy children but now all of us wear this mark. By the way, the separating of some items with smaller plastic bags is considered a courtesy and a part of customer service. If you don’t want them just say “biniirubukuro wa irimasen.” By Ryan Anastoplus and Courtney Rick
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Contact Ryan or Courtney with your questions, comments or cookies at ryan.anastoplus@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org or courtney.rick@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org.
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off-base events get out and explore.
The Great Mammal Exhibit September 3–6, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Okinawa Prefectural Museum Naha City Tickets: Adults ¥1,200, Children (3–6) ¥400, (7–18) ¥600 Okinawa All-Island Eisa Festival September 5–6, 3–9 p.m. Fireworks start at 8:50 p.m. Koza Athletic Park Okinawa City FREE Hokkaido Product Fair September 6–13, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Department Store RYUBO Naha City FREE
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adventure begins here. Urashima Dinner Theater September 11, 5:30–9:30 p.m. Adults $68 with half lobster, $52 without lobster, Children (6–12) $38, (3–5) $34, (under 3) FREE *No meal Savor the varied flavors of Okinawan cuisine while being entertained by traditional music and dancers.
Kerama Snorkeling September 12, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $73, Children (4–11) $41 Grab your fins and get ready for some fun! Tour includes boat ride to two snorkeling spots in the Kerama Islands.
Okinawa World & Habu Museum September 13, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $32, Children (12–15) $27, (4–11) $20, (under 4) FREE Tour Gyokusendo Cave, and then enjoy an eisa drum show, a glassblowing center, a pottery village, awamori shop and the Habu museum.
Battle Sites* September 12, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $28, Children (3–11) $18, (under 3) FREE Visit the Battle of Okinawa Historical Society’s museum on Camp Kinser. Explore the Japanese Naval Underground Headquarters and end the day at Peace Prayer Park.
Central West Coast Tour * September 13, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $ 43, Children (6–12) $26, (3–5) $19, (under 3) FREE Visit Zakimi Castle Ruins, the Yomitan Museum and Cape Zampa. Enjoy a delicious Chinese lunch buffet at Nikko Alivila Hotel and finish the day at the Okinawa Sweets Factory.
Northern Highlights* September 19, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $39, Children (3–12) $24, (under 3) FREE Visit Nago Pineapple Winery, Nago Glass Factory and the Orion Beer factory. Enjoy a buffet lunch at Yanbaru Ikoi no Mura.
*Bring yen for additional food, drinks and/or purchases. For more information, contact MCCS Tours+: Camp Foster 646-3502 | Camp Hansen 623-6344 | Camp Kinser 637-2744 | U.S. Naval Hospital 646-7013
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Facing the East China Sea near Onna Village is Cape Manzamo—one of the best places to see the beautiful blues of the ocean. With its steep cliffs, picturesque rock formations and deep blue water surrounding it, this is a perfect spot for great photos.
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spotlight California Sunshine Superhero Contest
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Photo courtesy of California Sunshine
ver look at your carton of milk and imagine it could be something more? Well now is your chance. Pickup a California Sunshine milk carton or jug and make it look like your favorite superhero, or come up with your own superhero. Illustrate your hero using crayons, paint, paper mache, patterns, scenery—you name it! Finally, to enter the contest, share a picture of your masterpiece on our Comic Con Facebook
page (facebook.com/comicconokinawa) by October 15. The hero with the most “likes” will be displayed at Comic Con and winners will receive tickets for ANA Manza Beach Hotel’s Submarine Jr. II ride and more. Submissions will be divided into two categories: elementary school (grades K-5) and Open Class. Visit facebook. com/comicconokinawa and mccsokinawa.com/comiccon for details.
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upcoming semperfitevents movieschedule Athletics/Adult Sports 645-3521/3522 Aquatics 645-3180 Courtney Ironworks 622-9261/7297 Futenma Semper Fit 636-2672 Gunners Fitness Center 645-3985/2235 Hansen House of Pain 623-5558/4831 Health Promotion 645-3484/3910 Kinser Fitness Center 637-1869/1114 Schwab Power Dome 625-2654/2442 Taiyo Golf Club 622-2004 Tsunami SCUBA 645-9500 Youth Sports 645-3533/3534
Camp KINSER
Camp courtney
Thursday, September 3 CLOSED
Thursday, September 3 CLOSED
Friday, September 4 No Escape (R) 6:30
Friday, September 4 No Escape (R) 6 p.m., 9 p.m.
HansenFest Corn Hole and Horseshoes September 5-6 Camp Hansen Festival Register onsite by 3:30 p.m. on September 5 or 6. This FREE event is open to participants island wide. Details: 6235569/5558.
Saturday, September 5 Paper Towns (PG 13) 3 p.m. No Escape (R) 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 5 Minions (PG) 3 p.m. No Escape (R) 6 p.m.
Sunday, September 6 Mr. Holms (PG) 1 p.m. Southpaw (R) 3:30 p.m. No Escape (R) 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 6 Minions (PG) 3 p.m. No Escape (R) 6 p.m.
Southern Commanders Cup 11 vs. 11 Soccer Tournament September 11–13 Camp Foster Gunners Fitness Center Register at any MCCS fitness centers by 1 p.m. on September 8. This FREE event is open to eligible units aboard Camps Foster, Kinser, and MCAS Futenma. Awards will be given to first and second place finishers. Tournament schedule and rules will be emailed to each participant. Details: 645-3003/4866.
Monday, September 7 No Escape (R) 6:30 p.m.
POW/MIA Remembrance Run September 4 Camp Hansen House of Pain Register at Hansen House of Pain fitness center by 7:30 a.m. on September 4. This FREE event is open to SOFA participants island wide. Details: 623-5569.
Open Bench Press Tournament September 12 MCAS Futenma Semper Fit Register at any MCCS fitness centers by 1 p.m. on September 7 for $10 or onsite for $15. This event is open to participants island wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place finishers. A mandatory participants brief will be held at 9:45 a.m. on the day of the event. Details: 636-2672.
Tuesday, September 8 Southpaw (R) 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 9 CLOSED
Body Sculpt
Thursday, September 3 CLOSED
Thursday, September 3 Ant Man (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Friday, September 4 No Escape (R) 6:30 p.m.
Friday, September 4 Mr. Holmes (PG) 6:30 p.m. No Escape (R) 10 p.m.
Saturday, September 5 No Escape (R) 4 p.m., 7 p.m. Sunday, September 6 Paper Towns (PG 13) 4 p.m. Straight Outta Compton (R) 7 p.m.
Saturday, September 5 Minions (PG 13) 6 p.m. No Escape (R) 9:30 p.m. Sunday, September 6 Minions (PG 13) 3:30 p.m. No Escape (R) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, September 8 CLOSED
Monday, September 7 Paper Town (PG 13) 3:30 p.m. No Escape (R) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, September 9 CLOSED
Tuesday, September 8 Terminator: Genisys 2D (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Camp foster
Wednesday, September 9 War Room (PG) 6:30 p.m..
Thursday, September 3 War Room (PG) 7 p.m.
This is a total muscular conditioning class that covers each major muscle group. The class is a mix of standing work and mat work. The class uses a variety of equipment such as bar, dumbbells, bands and stability balls. For a full class schedule, visit schedule mccsokinawa.com/wellness.
Saturday, September 5 Minions 3D (PG) noon War Room (PG) 3 p.m. No Escape (R) 6 p.m., 9 p.m., midnight Sunday, September 6 Mr. Holmes (PG) 1 p.m. No Escape (R) 4 p.m. Straight Outta Compton (R) 7 p.m.
Joint health is important, especially for the athlete. That’s why there are so many joint supplements on the market for athletes, right? Although it is true that there has been a lot of research done in joint supplementation, much of it is for arthritic pain—not treating athletes or labor-induced pain. For what it’s worth, here’s what is known to work: glucosamine (delays knee osteoarthritis), Chondroitin (for joint pain and stiffness), Curcumin (anti-inflammatory) and Boswellia serrata (anti-inflammatory). Source: http://goo.gl/B1BmyV
Wednesday, September 9 No Escape (R) 7 p.m.
Camp hansen
Friday, September 4 No Escape (R) 6 p.m. Paper Towns (PG 13) 9 p.m. No Escape (R) midnight
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Tuesday, September 8 CLOSED
MCaS Futenma
Monday, September 7 Mr. Holmes (PG) 6:30 p.m.
classoftheweek
Monday, September 7 Vacation (R) 7 p.m.
Monday, September 7 Inside Out (PG) 1 p.m. Straight Outta Compton (R) 4 p.m. Southpaw (R) 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 8 No Escape (R) 7 p.m.
CAmp schwab Thursday, September 3 CLOSED Friday, September 4 No Escape (R) 6 p.m., 9 p.m. Saturday, September 5 No Escape (R) 6 p.m., 9 p.m. Sunday, September 6 No Escape (R) 4 p.m. Straight Outta Compton (R) 7 p.m. Monday, September 7 War Room (PG) 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 8 Vacation (R) 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 9 CLOSED
Wednesday, September 9 No Escape (R) 7 p.m.
Movie schedule is subject to change. For the latest updates visit shopmyexchange.com.